Officials are an integral part of the sport of hockey. The Hockey Canada Officiating Program is an
important development program within the Hockey Canada structure. The program will give you a tremendous
level of satisfaction when you know you have contributed to the game.

Why do I want to become a female hockey official?

• gain a new perspective and understanding of the game
• make the game a fun and safe experience for all participants
• make some additional money in a fun way
• have the skating ability and basic skills to be an effective official
• find an alternate way to increase physical activity and fitness
• create opportunities to officiate at regional, national and international competitions
• for the love of the game

If you are interested in becoming a female hockey official, register for a clinic through your local minor
hockey association and start officiating. Most communities have a local referee-in-chief that sets up
clinics. Contact your local minor hockey association, your provincial female representative or your branch referee-in-chief for further
information.

“I am a female hockey official because it is a real passion. I started for the love of hockey, to be part
of the game and also with the thought of always improving to be at the top level. It is always a new
challenge to officiate a hockey game (different teams, different pressure, the game is always changing and
improving). We have to be perfect with rules, fitness, nutrition, positioning, attitude, communication and
judgment. Being a female official is something challenging, we expect a lot from ourselves and we have to be
at our best in every part of the game. This passion became a real good school for life in general.”